Toy Poodle

An excellent companion, family, or working dog

Alert, Peppy, Playful

Toy Poodles are extraordinary pets. While it is interesting to learn about the breeding purpose of Toy Poodles, their genetics actually influence health, outward appearance and behavior. Some behaviors make the Toy Poodle and some can be quite irritating! Understanding her unique needs will help you keep her healthy and will create a stronger bond between the two of you. Explore this page to learn more about where she came, which health conditions are a risk to her and how to keep her feeling her best.

Breed Details

Height:up to 10"Weight:6-9 lbLifespan:12-15 years or more

Size

1

1=small 5=large

Grooming requirements

5

1 = little grooming - 5 = much grooming

Energy level

4

1 = low energy - 5 = high energy

Ease of training

5

1 = difficult - 5 = easy

Affection toward owners

4

1 = independent - 5 = very affectionate

Friendliness toward strangers

Routine Care: Toy Poodles are well suited to apartment life as long as they are given daily walks and short play sessions. They are highly intelligent and can be taught to perform a variety of tricks to keep them mentally stimulated.

Grooming: Daily brushing and regular grooming is needed every 6-8 weeks to keep her coat beautiful.

Dental: Toy Poodles often have serious problems with their teeth, so you'll need to brush them at least three times a week!

Ear Care: Clean her ears weekly, even as a puppy. Don't worry - your veterinarian can show you how!

Toy Poodles are a joyful and clever companion that love being the center of attention. All they need is a lap and loving pet parent!

Positive Traits:

Vigilant watchdog with a ready bark

Hypoallergenic coat sheds very little

Easily motivated and trainable

Highly intelligent, playful, and energetic

An excellent companion, family, or working dog

Adaptable to a wide variety of living conditions

Negative Traits:

May have a tendency to bark excessively

Standoffish toward strangers

Needs to be exercised and groomed regularly

Needs frequent attention from her family

Whether you are considering adding a new Toy Poodle to your family or you already have one as a companion, it is important for you to know about the genetically linked diseases known to occur more often in this breed. Of course not every Toy Poodle will have these problems, but research shows your pal is more at risk than other breeds. By exploring the health concerns specific to the Toy Poodle you will become a knowledgeable and confident pet parent. Be sure to speak with your veterinarian about breed risks every time you visit and educate yourself on the most important signs to watch for at home. She’s counting on you to be her health expert.

Toy Poodles were bred down in size from Standard Poodles, to be companion dogs. They are commonly used for therapy work, obedience, and agility. They thrive on close human companionship and are considered to rank among the most intelligent canine breeds. Although Poodles need grooming every 6-8 weeks, they tend not to shed making them an excellent choice for people with allergies. Toy Poodles have an average life span of 15-17 years.

Consult a veterinarian if your Toy Poodle shows signs of the following:

Coughing, especially at night or upon rising after sleeping, rapid breathing at rest

Fatigue during exercise, coughing, or shortness of breath

Fainting, collapse, breathing issues, cough

Drinks and urinates more, eats more, potbelly, poor haircoat

Increased hunger and thirst, weight loss

General reluctance to run or play

Increasing hip pain at less than a year old

Gums that are a color other than bright pink

Any abnormal shaking, trembling, or excessive involuntary tremors

Blinking, redness, pain or itchiness around the eyes

Squinting, water eyes, bluing cornea, redness, enlarged eye

Cloudiness to eye lens

Increased blinking, extra tears and squinting

Care

Routine Care: Toy Poodles are well suited to apartment life as long as they are given daily walks and short play sessions. They are highly intelligent and can be taught to perform a variety of tricks to keep them mentally stimulated.

Grooming: Daily brushing and regular grooming is needed every 6-8 weeks to keep her coat beautiful.

Dental: Toy Poodles often have serious problems with their teeth, so you'll need to brush them at least three times a week!

Ear Care: Clean her ears weekly, even as a puppy. Don't worry - your veterinarian can show you how!

Characteristics

Toy Poodles are a joyful and clever companion that love being the center of attention. All they need is a lap and loving pet parent!

Positive Traits:

Vigilant watchdog with a ready bark

Hypoallergenic coat sheds very little

Easily motivated and trainable

Highly intelligent, playful, and energetic

An excellent companion, family, or working dog

Adaptable to a wide variety of living conditions

Negative Traits:

May have a tendency to bark excessively

Standoffish toward strangers

Needs to be exercised and groomed regularly

Needs frequent attention from her family

Health Concerns

Whether you are considering adding a new Toy Poodle to your family or you already have one as a companion, it is important for you to know about the genetically linked diseases known to occur more often in this breed. Of course not every Toy Poodle will have these problems, but research shows your pal is more at risk than other breeds. By exploring the health concerns specific to the Toy Poodle you will become a knowledgeable and confident pet parent. Be sure to speak with your veterinarian about breed risks every time you visit and educate yourself on the most important signs to watch for at home. She’s counting on you to be her health expert.

History

Toy Poodles were bred down in size from Standard Poodles, to be companion dogs. They are commonly used for therapy work, obedience, and agility. They thrive on close human companionship and are considered to rank among the most intelligent canine breeds. Although Poodles need grooming every 6-8 weeks, they tend not to shed making them an excellent choice for people with allergies. Toy Poodles have an average life span of 15-17 years.

Watch Out For

Consult a veterinarian if your Toy Poodle shows signs of the following:

Coughing, especially at night or upon rising after sleeping, rapid breathing at rest

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